UGS to Integrate Technology from Jilin University

UGS today announced an original equipment manufacturer (OEM)
agreement with Jilin University (JLU) to integrate one-step
formability analysis technology developed by JLU into NX™
software, UGS’ digital product development solution. The
technology, developed by JLU’s Institute of Auto-body and Die
Engineering (IADE) helps improve design and manufacturing processes
and is expected to be available in NX commercially in the third
quarter of 2006.

“We are excited about the opportunity to collaborate with
talented researchers and engineers from Jilin University who share
UGS’ vision in innovation and knowledge sharing to provide
the best cutting-edge technology for our customers,” said
Chuck Grindstaff, executive vice president of Products, UGS.
“This partnership is a testament to the success of UGS’
GO PLM™ (Global Opportunities in Product Life cycle
Management) initiative as well as our overall commitment to
China.”

“Jilin University is very honored that UGS, a global leader
in PLM, has validated our research efforts,” said Professor
Ping Hu, Dean of IADE of Jilin University. “We remain
committed to the success of the Jilin University/UGS Digital
Manufacturing Education Centers to equip designers and
engineers’ with the latest knowledge to design products. Our
cooperation with UGS enables the graduates of Jilin University,
especially those with NX Certifications, to be even better placed
to offer employers value in today’s competitive job
market.”

The Institute of Auto-body and Die Engineering is one of the
beneficiaries of UGS’ GO PLM™ Initiatives. In November
2005, UGS granted NX and NX Nastran software with a retail value of
US$169 million and technical support to Jilin University and set up
the Jilin University/UGS Digital Manufacturing Education Centers to
help develop Certified NX Specialists for China’s growing
economy.

NX transforms the entire product development process to enhance
design quality and increase efficiency. More than a suite of
integrated CAD, CAM and CAE applications, NX goes beyond individual
and departmental productivity to improve efficiency in the overall
process, and at each step in the process. A comprehensive solution,
NX is built on an open foundation and advanced technologies that
directly support initiatives to transform business processes.